Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Care of Elderly Specialist Occupational Therapist to clinically lead our In-patient (non-acute) units in West London. If you are a Senior Occupational Therapist, either Band 6 or 7, who has an interest in Older People, wants a new challenge, and is looking to lead and develop a team, this post must be ideal for you.
The West London NHS Trust, Older People Service Line provides excellent care to those who are experiencing cognitive impairment and those over 70s who have other mental health needs. The service line covers London Boroughs of Hammersmith & Fulham, Ealing and Hounslow. The in-patient units; Jubilee ward and The Limes are both located in Ealing and Meridian ward at Hammersmith.
The post holder will support the delivery of high quality care to patients across the three in-patient units. As Specialist Occupational Therapist, they will provide comprehensive and holistic assessments, interventions, and care planning for those patients having complex physical and mental health needs. They will carry a defined caseload of patients with complex needs. They will supervise B6/ B5 OT who are based at all 3 sites. The role also provides an excellent opportunity to work with an OT apprentice in Inpatients unit to support the service.
Main duties of the job
As a Specialist Occupational Therapist, they will be responsible for supervision, training and development of the occupational therapy staff in these units, as well as contributing to departmental and Trust improvements. They will ensure the occupational therapy services in the in-patients are evidence based, and delivered with compassion and in person-centered manner.
The Post holder will support the OT Professional Lead in service development and audit to evidence efficiency and efficacy. They will work closely with other members of the multidisciplinary team including other AHP colleagues to ensure a high quality of care is maintained at all times.
They will be an integral part of the senior clinical team and also a part of the wider occupational therapy team across the service line.
Learning and personal development is encouraged and we have a well-established appraisal system and funding for relevant external and internal courses.
About us
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ 4,500 staff, of whom 56% are BME. Our turnover for 2023-24 is £426m.
The Trust is rated as 'Good' overallby the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as 'Outstanding'.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent Occupational Therapy qualification
- HCPC Registered
- Evidence of post-graduate training in mental health
- Clinical supervision training
- Practice placement supervision training
Desirable
- Management / Leadership training
- Post graduate training in older persons' mental health
Experience
Essential
- Considerable post qualification experience as a Band 6 or equivalent Occupational Therapist
- Clear indication of an interest in older persons' mental health
- In-patient and/or community older persons' mental health OT clinical experience
- Supervision of O.T.s and support staff
- Supervision of O.T. students on practice placement
- Demonstrated involvement in service development
Desirable
- Experience of occupational therapy in older persons' mental health and dementia
- Understanding of the needs of older persons within community mental health services
- Supporting effective change management within teams
- Research and audit experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Applied Knowledge of relevant policy and changes within wider NHS relevant to Older Persons' Mental Health
- Awareness and knowledge of factors specifically relating to O.T. within older persons' mental health
- Demonstrated application of Risk Assessment and management in clinical practice
- Understanding and clinical application of Model of Human Occupation
- Working knowledge and application of clinical governance
Desirable
- Extensive knowledge of the evidence base surrounding best practice in older persons' mental health
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a strong professional identity
- Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with staff at all levels.
- Able to commit to and work effectively within teams, both MDT and profession specific
- Ability to work autonomously
- Good motivational techniques and abilities.
- Clear effective planning and decision-making skills.
- Able to maintain the profile of occupational therapy within a multidisciplinary setting
- Able to contribute to in- service training.
Desirable
- Computer Literacy
- Good organisational skills and time management.
- Presentation and teaching skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
West London NHS Trust
Address
Jubilee Ward
St Bernards
SOUTHALL
UB1 3EU